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"The Phantom Carriage" is a critically acclaimed drama, featuring
director Victor Seastrom, a star of Silent Hall of Fame.
Victor Seastrom is both the leading star of the film and its director. He
was successful in his native Sweden before making a career in the USA in
1924-1930.
A mean-spirited alcoholic drives his wife and little children away. Then
one New Year's eve dramatic events occur, which give him a chance to remember
his whole adult life and the harm he has caused to his loved ones. Before
leaving this world he has a chance to repent, but will he find the strength to
do it?
Directed by
Victor Sjöström (Seastrom)
Produced by
Charles Magnusson
Scenario
Victor Seastrom
Based on
the novel by Selma Lagerlof
Starring
Victor Seastrom, Tore Svennberg, Astrid Holm, Hilda Borgstrom
Cinematography
J. Julius
Distributed by
Metro Pictures Corporation (US)
Release date
June 4, 1922
Running time
106 minutes
Country
Sweden
Language
Silent film
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